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Technology, Media & Telecommunications Law
We have a deep understanding of the technology, media and telecommunications sector, and the challenges and opportunities they present.
Services
Below is a selection of services we provide in this field. If the service you require is not explicitly listed, we welcome the opportunity to discuss your specific needs.
General technology agreements (Development, maintenance, outsourcing, teaming, project, service level, licensing)
Cloud computing (Anything-as-a-service, cloud platform services)
Data science (Artificial intelligence, machine learning)
Green technology (Embedded generation, power purchasing, plant design, construction)
Information security and data privacy (Cyber security, cyber crime, data processing agreements, privacy policies)
Electronic contracting (B2C, B2B, smart contracts, electronic signatures)
Crypto and blockchain assets (Crypto currency, distributed ledger technology, non-fungible tokens)
Virtual reality (Gaming, augmented reality, metaverse)
Robotics and electronics (Process automation, autonomous vehicles, drones, satellites)
Telecommunications (Internet services, networks, software-defined radios)
Research and development tax incentives
Intellectual property valuations
Bespoke escrow services
Recent work
We have advised and represented clients across various industries, from multinational corporations to innovative startups. Some of our recent engagements are set out below.
Acted for large parastatal with the acquisition of Oracle financial software
Acted for prominent data science company in the development and licensing a natural language classifier and a predictive analytics model to a large consulting firm
Acted for prominent distributor of various international brands in the licensing and implementation of SAP
Acted for parastatal with the licensing of an enterprise student management and development of a predictive outcomes system
Acted for a software development house in the development and licensing of a new enterprise system for medical schemes
Acted for a data science company licensing technology to predict retail and staffing demand to a large retailer
Acted for numerous tech entrepreneurs in the international commercialization of their technologies
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Memberships & networks
International Technology Law Association
Licensing Executives Society of South Africa
International Association of Privacy Professionals
Open Web Application Security Project
Legal Practice Council